Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens — VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR DC 6029)

The VA rates Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens under Diagnostic Code 6029 at the following tiers: 30%. The minimum 30% rating requires: Minimum (unilateral or bilateral). The maximum 30% rating requires: Minimum (unilateral or bilateral).

Diagnostic Code 6029 is the VA rating identifier for Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens within 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79. It defines the specific symptom criteria and percentage thresholds a VA adjudicator uses to assign a disability rating. The diagnostic code is listed on a veteran's rating decision letter.

The highest schedular rating for Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens under DC 6029 is 30%. This tier requires: Minimum (unilateral or bilateral). Veterans who cannot secure substantially gainful employment due to Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens alone or in combination with other service-connected conditions may also qualify for TDIU at the 100% compensation rate under 38 CFR § 4.16.

Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens is rated under 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.79, Diagnostic Code 6029. This section is part of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities (38 CFR Part 4) and can be read in full at the eCFR website.

Secondary conditions caused or aggravated by Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens may be ratable under 38 CFR § 3.310. Veterans should work with a VSO or accredited claims agent to document the medical relationship.

Service connection for Aphakia or dislocation of crystalline lens requires three elements: (1) a current diagnosis of the condition, (2) an in-service event, injury, or disease that may have caused or aggravated it, and (3) a medical nexus connecting the current diagnosis to that in-service event. A nexus letter from a treating physician or independent medical examiner is the most reliable nexus evidence. C&P exam findings can also establish nexus if adequately documented.